Stupid Bangla Is Racist

More and more people are using the word ‘Bangla’ in a derogatory and racist sense. And it disgusts me. The word ‘Bangla’ refers to a language native to Bangladesh and West Bengal. It is accepted also as a term to refer to the people of Bangladesh. However, in Singapore where we import labour, ‘Bangla’ characterises construction workers who may or may not even come from Bangladesh. It has a hidden meaning behind it, which people are ignorant of. Through the countless racist jokes and stereotypes, the workers in question, have been associated with the qualities of being dim-witted, perverted, smelly, illegal and inferior. I must add that there are some workers who fit this stereotype, but to use a word that associates those...

Justice Tribunal Anti-Discrimination Community

Blood is red, end discrimination The above is the slogan for the Justice Tribunal. The Justice Tribunal is a site I’m working on that is aimed at fighting discrimination (racial, religious, sexual orientation, gender, etc.). I have changed the concept slightly but it’s cause remains. Instead of a strict community site with hardcore debates and discussions, I turned it into an advocacy tool for fighting discrimination. You will be able to upload related videos, audio and pictures. Furthermore, blogs and forums can be created. I have given it thought for a long time. There are many groups out there fighting for the anti-discrimination cause. Starting another one that replicates the purpose of those groups, isn’t going to fulfill the core of this...